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Smiths Cottage

Little Thornage, Norfolk
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
3 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Idyllic getaway for couples or friends, tucked away in a picturesque hamlet
  • Walk along the old railway 1 mile to nearby Holt
  • Relax in the garden overlooking the water meadows
Overview
Property code: NCC56

Set in a peaceful parish and just a mile away from the town of Holt, this charming cottage provides the perfect getaway for four. With a wood burner for cosy nights in and a wealth of traditional features mixed in with the modern this provides a great space to relax. The cottage also has a second sitting room with lovely river views, providing a perfect quiet space for reading.

The town of Holt is within walking distance (1 mile) where you can enjoy a wealth of independent shops or eateries or just spend time exploring the range of independent shops on offer. Otherwsie, less than a mile in the other direction visit the local gardens, restaurant and farm shop and treat yourself to something deliciously local for dinner.

Further afield, the North Norfolk coast is just 3.5 miles away, with a choice of secluded beaches to be found in the villages of Cley-next-the-Sea (4.5 miles) and Weybourne (5.5 miles). For a more lively and vibrant day out visit Cromer, 11.5 miles, and experience the pier or sample some of the delicious locally caught crab in one of the town's many eateries. If you enjoy wildlife, Blakeney Point and national Nature Reserve is just over 6 miles away.

  • 1 king-size bedroom, 1 twin . Please note the property will sleep 4 +1, the 3rd bedroom, which contains a 3ft single bed, is accessed via the master bedroom and the door from the 3rd bedroom leads to the bathroom.1 bathroom upstairs with WC
  • 1 downstairs shower room with WC
  • Electric oven, microwave and fridge/freezer
  • Utility room with washing machine and dishwasher
  • TV/DVD, CD player and Bluetooth radio
  • Wood burner please bring own logs.
  • Phone reception is only available in parts of the cottage
  • Cottage style steep winder stairs to first floor
  • Parking for 1 car or 2 small cars in front garden
  • 1 mile from shop and pub, 4 miles from beach
  • Please note for 2024 Christmas booking will be 20th December arrival date and for New Year will be the 27th December for 7 nights only.
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Adam Beeney

This property is personally managed by Adam.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 32 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Clive 23rd August 2024

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Beautiful little cottage in a very tranquil setting. Everything you need for a great break is provided by the owners and a nice touch for them to come and say hi...

Reviewed by Paul 2nd August 2024

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Lovely cottage in a great location with lots to see and do nearby and very dog friendly.

Reviewed by Sally 26th July 2024

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Our third visit to Smiths Cottage which says it all really. Perfect location for us and very cool in the hot weather we had this time.

Reviewed by Ann 12th July 2024

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Loved it. Cottage is just beautiful, the owner has thought of everything you could possibly need. I read all the reviews before we went so was aware of the stairs but were absolutely fine.

Reviewed by Bob 5th July 2024

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What a great find. Lovely cottage in a nice location. Plenty to do with easy travel to beaches and woodland walks. Fiona (owner) was so helpful. Welcome pack was a nice touch. Thank you.

Reviewed by Patricia 14th June 2024

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Once again we had a lovely time in this cottage. Good location, peaceful and no bright city lights.

Reviewed by Ian 19th April 2024

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This is a beautiful and well-equipped cottage in a wonderful location. Great consideration has gone into every detail, and we hugely appreciated the copious notes provided by the friendly and immensely helpful owner. Cleanliness and comfort were exemplary. Nothing was lacking. Yes - as others note - there are "quirks": I am 6'3" and absurdly ungainRead morely. The stairs were no problem but I banged my head a few times. Big deal! It was a price worth paying to stay in this entirely lovely place! :) Hide

Reviewed by Gordon 22nd December 2023

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The perfect definition of a cosy cottage..we even grew to love the quirky Norfolk winder staircase. The cottage is very well equipped and had everything we needed for our two week stay. Fiona was a warm and welcoming host and had even decorated the cottage for our festive break. Superb location for visiting coast and countryside, with Holt being a Read morefive minute drive or thirty minute walk away! We very much hope to have another visit in the near future! Hide

Reviewed by Clare 1st December 2023

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Extremely comfortable cottage. Everything we needed. Very cosy on the cold evenings. Would definitely recommend and revisit

Reviewed by Michele 3rd November 2023

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This was our 3rd stay at this property, its well equipped, comfortable and in such a great location. Were looking forward to returning next year.

Reviewed by Patricia 6th October 2023

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Lovely quiet and peaceful cottage, yet near to great little town of Holt and surrounding areas.

Reviewed by Paul 15th September 2023

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Reviewed by Sally 8th September 2023

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A lovely week spent at Smith's Cottage :) We didn't want for anything as the cottage has everything & more that you need which I have found lacking in other cottage holidays. Beds and sofas were comfy, kitchen well equipped, decent hot shower, very quiet location, lovely private garden. People have mentioned the steep staircase which was manageableRead more for us but I also want to mention that the internal doorways are very low so you need to be careful and duck, but it is a cottage after all! Hide

Reviewed by Gareth 28th July 2023

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Great location for exploring North Norfolk and the wider area. Lovely quiet location with the town of Holt very close by. The cottage is cosy with lovely outdoor spaces. Inside is modern but with a nice nod to its past. We will stay again. As others have commented. The stairs are narrow and steep as is expected with a property of this type and age.

Reviewed by Kim 21st July 2023

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What a little gem of a cottage ! Beautiful inside & out, fantastic garden which we all enjoyed especially the dog! As mentioned before the staircase is interesting & needs to be approached with care but once upstairs - delightful rooms. Loved the stable door in the fully equipped kitchen. Would definitely recommend a visit.

Reviewed by David 14th July 2023

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A very clean, well equipped and comfortable cottage in a very peaceful setting. The low ceilings could be problematic for taller guests, my partner and I are 5' 4"and 5' 7" respectively, but we regularly banged our heads on the top of one of the door frames up-stairs. Obviously the low ceiling are an integral part of the charm of the property, but Read moreit is something potential guests need to be aware of. Hide

Reviewed by Trevor 7th July 2023

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Lovely spacious cottage in a quiet location yet close to a pub and the town of Holt.

Reviewed by John 23rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Jane 16th June 2023

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Well equipped cottage in a quiet area. Lots of places to visit locally. Unfortunately not a safe area for cycling from the cottage due to the volume of traffic on the main road.

Reviewed by David 4th June 2023

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This old cottage conversion was clean and fairly well equipped with traditional appliances which were easy to operate. It is quirky in some ways which might make it unsuitable for tall or slightly less mobile individuals. The spiral staircase to the double bedroom has very narrow treads, difficult to climb and carry case up, and really rather dangeRead morerous. The doorways and ceilings are very low and stimulate a permanent stoop, bad for back sufferers. The hot water is plentiful but dangerously hot. Hide

Reviewed by Suzanne 1st June 2023

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Lovely cottage in a great location. Read the details carefully as tall people need to be very careful!! Great to have the garden and parking.

Reviewed by Janet 19th May 2023

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Excellently equipped,in a really peaceful location within walking distance of pub serving good meals. Very close to Blakeney and N. Norfolk coast so ideal for exploring area.

Reviewed by Dee 5th May 2023

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Once again i have loved my time at Smith's Cottage. Lovely Welcome from owner Fiona. The cottage is so lovely and has everything you need for a nice holiday i didn't want to leave. We hope to be back next year.

Reviewed by Kathryn 14th April 2023

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Beautiful quaint little cottage in an idyllic setting. The cottage was very well equipped and the rear garden was lovely and sunny . Perfect for enjoying a glass of wine and listening to the birdsong. The log burner was so cosy on a chilly evening. The beds were very comfortable and we slept really well. The location was perfect for us and there arRead moree some great walks from the cottage. We were very lucky with the weather and thoroughly enjoyed our week at this charming cottage and hope to return Hide

Reviewed by C 7th April 2023

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A delightful cottage for a comfortable and enjoyable week away. Our dog was totally relaxed and so were we. It was well equipped and spotless. The owners are so welcoming and they provided clear instructions for all the equipment . A peaceful rural location but it was easy to drive to other areas.

Reviewed by Melanie 9th December 2022

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Very comfortable bed and furnishings. Lovely little garden and so cosy we will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Christine 11th November 2022

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Cosy cottage with a nice garden and dog walks straight from front door. Enjoyed our 2 night stay.

Reviewed by Michele 4th November 2022

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Excellent cottage, great location which is nice and quiet but just a quick drive from so many places

Reviewed by Michelle 24th October 2022

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Great little cottage homy cosy and just a real retreat,quiet and some lovely walks around. Was a beauty of a find.

Reviewed by Patricia 14th October 2022

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If you want peace and quiet, this is the place to come. Lovely location, very black at night, no light pollution. Great cottage.

Reviewed by Lynda 7th October 2022

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What an lovely, comfortable and well equipped cottage. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and love the whole north Norfolk area.

Reviewed by Wendy 9th September 2022

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The cottage is well situated and very quiet allowing for a very relaxing holiday. The utility room / entrance area is very useful especially when the weather is wet. The lounge is very cosy with comfortable sofas. The cottage style winding stairs are very steep and narrow and the sloping ceiling in the upstairs bathroom would not be suitable for taRead morell or less able visitors. Hide

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